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N Forum in Focus SPRING 2008 President’s Letter Dear Forum Members: school teachers competed for the coveted grants – five prizes and an honorable men- It’s true what they say . . . time flies when tion – from the Forum and the V.H. McNutt you are having fun. It feels as if I just wrote Foundation, who once again matched our prize my first “President’s letter” for the Forum in monies. In addition, all teachers who entered Focus and now I am writing for the Spring but did not place received a special monetary issue . . . and my last as President. award from the L.D. Ormsby Foundation. Dottie Cooper and Julie Zacher, award coor- January saw the initiation of our annual edu- dinators, commented they were truly amazed cation program for area high school students by the applications and that each of them de- served to win. Teachers from Medina, Harlandale, with advanced science students from area Allison Zeller high schools touring the Foundation every week Clemens, East Central, SA Christian and Brack- enridge High Schools were invited to make brief from January through March. The Forum-sponsored remarks upon receiving their awards and I was amazed by Student Tours of the Foundation, capably coordinated the clever projects and am jealous of the students that will by Roxana Newsom and Audrey Mangold, went very benefit from them – especially the mock CSI lab that can smoothly this year with many Trustees serving as extract DNA from chewing gum!!! hostesses. A special thanks to the Forum volunteers, Foundation staff members, and scientists who help in- The grand finale of our membership year, the Gala, is spire and challenge these young minds with today’s scien- set for May 3, 2008. The Beyond the Sea Gala Chairs, tific breakthroughs! I especially enjoyed watching the Anne Johnston and Anne Heaner along with Gala students fire off so many intelligent and imaginative Assistant Kim Shepperd have been leading their troops questions for the scientists . . . this is a program that real- of volunteers to what will be quite a splash! The commit- ly makes a difference with students interested in science. tees have been working diligently acquiring fabulous raffle prizes, selling out tables, and conjuring up decorations Last month, the Forum sponsored another sold-out that will be beyond impressive. Special thanks to these luncheon that was once again coordinated by the three ladies and their entire committee!! amazing team of Laura Moorman and Mary Herff. Morey Kraus gave an informative talk on the research Together, our outstanding volunteers and your support have being done with umbilical cord stem cells. He spoke of made this a record-breaking year so far! Let’s keep the the diseases that are currently being helped by these momentum rolling by supporting our Gala on May 3rd. stem cells as well as the differences between (and need for both) public and private banking. We are an amazing group of women who are determined to make a difference, with our skills, passion and ingenuity! Just prior to the luncheon, the 2008 Science Education It reminds me of a quote from Theodore Roosevelt: Award winners were announced to a crowd that included “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” all of the recipients themselves. A number of area high Sincerely, The purpose of the Southwest Foundation Forum is to support the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research through community relations, Allison Zeller volunteer service and fundraising. President 2007-2008 Southwest Foundation Forum Beyond The Sea Diving In To An Underwater Paradise Pack your bags and prepare to dive in with the 2008 Spring Gala, Beyond The Sea. All hands are on deck and busy preparing for this splendid affair! Co-Chairs and Captains Anne Johnston and Anne Heaner are at the helm with their trusty first-mate, Kim Shepperd, guiding this ship smoothly to the paradise beyond. Final destination for this underwater paradise – The Argyle. The party sets sail on May 3rd, 2008 at six o’clock in the evening, and promises a glamorous evening of cocktails, fun-filled gaming, delicious cuisine, spectacular prizes, and lively dancing to the sounds of London Calling (thank you Debbie Chesney and Nancy Barnes!). With the beautiful floral design of Danny Cuellar, favors by Julian Gold, the creative genius of Bryan Azar and Ilios Lighting, Beyond The Sea will take you farther than we’ve ever gone before!

One of the most popular new additions to the Gala, the After Party, joins the crew at 9 pm, under the guidance of our very own Cruise Directors, Jenni Curren and Susanne Marco. Come to dance, visit with friends, try your hand at the casino games, and enter to win one of the fantastic raffle prizes. After Party tickets are $75 per person, and if you are interested in reserving one of these coveted tickets, please contact Jenni at 826-6775 or purchase your tickets on-line at www.swff.org.

This year’s Raffle Prizes are some of the most amazing prizes ever offered, thanks to the diligent work of Courtney Duphorne and Tracy Williams. Raffle Tickets are $50 for Packages 1-9 and $100 for Package 10 and can be purchased with tickets in your invitations or on-line at www.swf.org. For more information on the raffle, please email Courtney Duphorne at [email protected] or Tracy Williams at [email protected].

The Gala Grants, headed up by Catherine Comeaux and Cathryn Le Vrier, is proving to be a huge success! So far, we have received more than 35 donations and that number continues to climb! If you know someone who is interested in making a Gala Grant, please contact Catherine at [email protected].

Beyond The Sea would not be possible without the generous support of our Underwriters and Sponsors. A special thanks to all the local businesses and families whose generosity makes this gala possible and to Karen Lee Zachry and Anita Allison who worked so hard to accommodate requests.

Our Captains would like to take this opportunity to thank the rest of their dedicated committee chairs who are work- ing tirelessly to make this year’s gala, the most impressive yet, both in terms of fun for guests and dollars raised to fund pilot research studies by SFBR scientists: • A special thanks to Paula Lloyd and Meredith Campbell for the beautiful seafaring invitations, and a salute to Debbie Duperier and Kimberly Archer for launching them in such splendid fashion. • Thank you to Melissa Morgan and Michelle Stevens for working tirelessly to decorate this underwater dream world. • Shannon Wingrove and Julie Zacher are busy collecting favorable favors, and their efforts are much appreciated. Laura Moorman has communicated messages to the team so everyone is on board. Julie Dudley and Amy White have made sure all guests will enjoy the games which add to the excitement of the night. Mary Beth Mosbacher and Melissa Barnett have worked non-stop to make sure all of the logistical details are covered. Lynn Berryman and Kathryn Dehlinger are perfecting a delicious menu. Courtney Burkholder is alerting all the media so the gala is the news of the day. Jodi Wood and Leanne Kelly are keeping the money in order and Dana Hamilton has brought us into the technological world by making it possible to purchase items online.

All committee chairs and volunteers have worked so hard to ensure success! Be sure to check out all the latest Gala information on our web-site, SWFF.org, to make a reservation, a donation, purchase raffle tickets, or learn how you can help to launch this splendid affair.

2 Beyond the Sea Gala Sponsors Magnificent Oceans Robert Tucker Hayes Foundation Julian Gold Splendid Seas H-E-B Silver Eagle Distributors, LP/ Bobbie and John Nau Grand Gulfs AT&T Carol and Charles Foster Mays Family Foundation Christi and Tommy Moorman Illustrious Lakes Alamo Title Insurance Merrill Lynch Private Bank Argo Group US – Nelson/Kepes Group Nancy and Jeff Moorman Margery Block Laura and Lew Moorman Ernst & Young LLP NuStar Energy LP Goldman Sachs/Whitney Solcher Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. and Ed Hart Pioneer Drilling/TETCO Gunn Automotive Group Valero Karen and Tim Hixon Zachry Construction Corporation

Majestic Rivers Austin, Calvert & Flavin Mr. and Mrs. John C. Kerr Azar/Dreeben/Gurwitz/McFarlane/Satel Mr. and Mrs. Judd Kraft C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc. L.D. Ormsby Charitable Foundation, Inc. Drs. Suzanne and Ash Dabbous Audrey Mangold and Paul Bell Dudley/Duperier/Kelly/Morgan/Shepperd Rosenberger Construction LP Duphorne/Smith/Spielhagen/Weaver/Williams St. Mary’s University School of Law Friends of the Forum South Money Management, Ltd. Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research Dr. and Mrs. Jay Gibson Sterling Bank Harper/Kruger/McLiney/Stuart/White Travis Commercial Real Estate Anne and Marty Heaner and UBS Wealth Management/ Patt and Tom McCorkle Lloyd, Augustine, Anderson Group Beuhler/Hetrick/Holloway/Schnoebelen/Simpson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wirth Jefferson Bank Wortham Insurance and Risk Management Anne Wood Johnston The Zoch Family

Special Thanks

Barbara and Alan Dreeben Ker & Downey Picnikins Gourmet Sandwiches Ilios Lighting Nancy Moorman South African Airways Julian Gold Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve Trinity Flowers / Danny Cuellar

3 Gala Raffle offers Amazing Prizes Our Raffle committee, chaired by Courtney Duphorne and Tracy Williams has been very busy pulling together the most amazing prizes and packages for this year’s Gala. We are very fortunate to feature one of the most extraordinary getaways imaginable – enjoy a Ten Night Safari in Botswana and South Africa compliments of Ker & Downey and Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve. This amazing journey will begin in Johannesburg where you will rest for one evening before the true adventure begins. Then, you will visit Shinde, Kanana & Okuti Camps in Botswana to experience close encoun- ters with the Big 5 and other African animals, powerboat excursions to see nesting and breeding sites of large concentrations of herons and storks as well as crocodiles, hippopotami, and many endangered bird species. You will then travel to the heart of South Africa’s Eastern Cape Region and stay at the Ocean Beach and Wildlife Reserve for three nights. This ultra-luxurious haven for world travelers offers five-star dining, game drives, water sports, helicopter rides, hikes and a full spa nestled in the midst of an exotic ocean/game reserve. At every camp you are sure to have breathtaking views as well as the very best in cuisine, accommodations, and service. This is truly an exceptional opportunity that should not be missed!

PACKAGE #2 PACKAGE #1 PACKAGE #3 Shop Longhorn An Evening at Do you love to shop? Here is the per- Country fect gift for you. Just the incentive you the Argyle Club You will be the proud own- need to hit the stores guilt free! Enjoy Delight in a private wine din- er of your own baby long- gift certificates in the following denom- ner for eight at San Antonio’s horn delivered to your inations to our own fabulous San Antonio favorite country spot. This boutiques and department stores. exclusive dining club, The magnificent Texas emblem $500 Duncan and Boyd is donated by Azar Minerals. Argyle. An elegant center- $500 After the longhorn is safe piece, provided by Danny $500 Cuellar, will be the perfect in his/her new home, you and twenty guests will be $250 Sugar Plum Dreams touch to your surroundings. the recipients of a tailgate $150 Sloan Hall You and your date are sure party from Rosemary Cater- $100 Bloom Maternity to be the best-dressed couple ing donated by the RK $100 ETCETERA Clothing Group complemented at dinner, appearing in a $100 Kathleen Sommers by a case of wine. And custom Angelina Collection if there is a chill in the $100 Lee Lee Shoes gown and a custom suit by air, enjoy the warmth of $100 Pagoda Joey Satel. a beautiful hand-knitted $100 Penny Lane throw from Norsa. $100 Skin Rejuvenation Clinique $50 Adelante Boutique More Packages on Page 5

4 PACKAGE #4 A Party on the Patio Entertain all of your friends with a $1000 credit (includes alcohol) donated by Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine to host the party of the year. You can host the fiesta in a private dining room, or, have Paloma Blanca cater in your home. Either way, it is sure to be a wonderful night your friends will not soon forget.

PACKAGE #5 The Good Doctor PACKAGE #6 Enjoy piece of mind with a one-year membership to the Personal Phy- Time with the Family sician concierge medical practice of Dr. Scott Campbell. Membership Your family and friends will have a wonder- includes a waiver of the $4500 fee, unlimited access to Dr. Campbell ful private river cruise for up to 20 people and his staff, personal phone numbers, after-hours and weekend over lunch or dinner sponsored by Casa care, as well as minor emergency care for the entire family (up to 2 Rio Restaurant and Rio San Antonio children and 2 adults). Cruises. In addition, your family will be receiving a family photo, care of Marks Moore Photography. After cleaning up for PACKAGE #7 the pictures, take the family on a fun-filled San Antonio Date Night weekend on Texas’ newest adventure, Camp Lonehollow. Located in Utopia, your Enjoy an after-work cocktail party for 20 friends, compliments of Acenar on the family will be able to participate in every- Walk. From 6-8 P.M., you and your crew will enjoy margari- thing from rock wall climbing to mountain tas, sangria and other libations, as well as wonderful appetizers by chefs boarding, as well as the more traditional Bruce Auden and Lisa Wong. After drinks, you and your date will renew swimming, hiking, canoeing and more; and rejuvenate with a night at the Westin Riverwalk San Antonio. On another all in the comfort of new air-conditioned evening, you and your date will head to Biga on the Banks for a 4-course chef’s tasting by Bruce Auden. After dinner, the two of you will enjoy a night cabins. In addition, your family will enjoy a of theatre at the Majestic, compliments of Las Casas, and a night at San family membership to San Antonio’s won- Antonio’s Contessa Hotel with breakfast served at Las Ramblas restaurant. derful and a family pass to And finally, you and another couple will kick back with four tickets to “Cabana the . After plenty of qual- at 17” hospitality suite and two parking passes on Thursday, October 9, 2008, ity time as a family, you and your honey can during the Valero Texas Open. enjoy adult dinners, complements of Silo and Paesanos.

PACKAGE #8 The Neiman Marcus PACKAGE #9 VIP Girls Night Out Beyond the Sea You and your guest will enjoy a long August weekend in Key Allegro at the The fashionista who wins this prize will win a VIP charming pink house with the shell-roof on the Bay. With a beach front, shopping experience for her and 39 of her most fishing pier and four spacious bedrooms you are sure to relax and enjoy fashionable friends at Neiman Marcus La Cantera. your time at the coast this summer. The hostess be the envy of all her She and her guest will have a private lounge where female guests with an exquisite Barfield and Baird pink stingray clutch they will sip martinis, and enjoy fabulous appeti- purse. To remember your weekend, you will receive a beautiful coral zers from NM’s award winning Mariposa restau- painting by Waddy Armstong, five wonderful beach motif items from Five rant. Guests will also enjoy personalized cosmetic Broads off Broadway, and a fabulous Murano vase from Hanley Wood. All make-overs, beauty and fashion tips, and sales of these items are sure to enhance any home. associates tending to their every need. Finally, a private fashion presentation, complete with models and music, will ensure everyone is ready and excited for the fall season. All the winner Tickets are $50 for Packages 1-9 and $100 for the Safari Package has to do is come up with the guest list and and can be purchased with tickets in your invitations or on-line at Neiman Marcus will take care of the rest. You www.swf.org. and your group’s special night out should be For more information on the raffle, please email Courtney planned to take place in September 2008, and it Duphorne at [email protected] or Tracy Williams will be an event to remember. at [email protected].

5 SFBR Foundation Updates

Scientists at Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research expect to make big leaps in their understanding of genetic influences on diabetes, thanks to a new $1.7 million grant awarded to Dr. Joanne Curran, the grant’s principal investigator.

The grant from the National Institute for Diabetes and Diges- tive and Kidney Diseases will allow Dr. Curran and her col- leagues to conduct a more detailed investigation on 100 genes that previous SFBR studies have shown to play a role in various risk factors for diabetes and other metabolic diseases. She will now look closely at DNA variations within the genes themselves to see how those changes affect the genes’ output, and ultimately, how these genes exert their influence on such things as blood Researchers learning howglucose genes and insulin levelsinfluence and body fat. diabetes risk

Dr. Curran explained that she and her colleagues are looking for functional changes within the DNA sequence of these particular genes that are causing certain individuals to have these risk factors for diabetes.

“Our previous work has uncovered genes that are influencing fasting glucose levels, body mass index, and other health traits related to diabetes risk,” she said. “So now we want to find out how these genes vary among individuals and which DNA variations within the genes themselves impact their function and their resulting influence on human health. Then maybe we can find a way to target a particular gene and manipulate its function so that it doesn’t result in high blood glucose levels, for example.”

The need for new methods of preventing and treating diabetes is critical, as rates of type 2 diabetes, often called adult-onset diabetes, continue to climb in the United States and other first-world countries, particularly as obesity rates have reached epidemic levels. It disproportionately affects the growing Hispanic population, where the prevalence of type 2 diabetes is two to three times higher than in non-Hispanic whites. Obesity often precedes the onset of type 2 diabetes, which can make people more susceptible to a host of other health problems, including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and blindness. Type 2 diabetes accounts for more than 90 percent of diabetes worldwide, with scientists estimating that there will be 220 million cases worldwide by 2010.

“Right now, the best prevention we have for diabetes is lifestyle change,” said Dr. Curran. “But what if you have a genetic predisposition that’s causing your high levels of blood glucose? Then lifestyle changes alone may not help you. That’s why we need to find the genes involved and the DNA variations that affect those genes’ function. That will give pharmaceutical companies the information they need to develop new medications to fight this growing health problem.”

6 Research helps explain why our sense of thirst declines with age When it comes to staying properly hydrated, thirst may not be your best guide, especially if you’re getting older.

That’s because it is a well documented phenome- non that people’s sense of thirst declines with age, which scientists say is a key reason for increased incidence of dehydration among the elderly. That, in turn, makes older adults more susceptible to other health complications, such as heat stress.

While this phenomenon has been well document- ed, its cause has not. Now, research findings by a team of scientists that includes Dr. Robert Shade of SFBR is shedding some light on the subject. In fact, in a recent issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the group revealed evidence showing that older adults get just as thirsty as younger adults, but their thirst is more easily satiated.

“We found that older adults get thirsty just as younger adults do, and when they get thirsty, they will drink, but [unlike younger adults] they don’t drink enough to restore the water that they need to become ‘normally hydrated,’” said Dr. Shade. “That’s probably due to the fact that, as our study shows, the signal in a particular area of the brain that tells them to drink gets ‘turned off’ with lower amounts of water.”

Dr. Shade said the study has revealed the area of the brain in which satiation of thirst is happening – the anterior mid-singular cortex – and that smaller volumes of water are needed to deactivate the brain signal for thirst in older adults compared to younger adults. What researchers don’t yet know is the reason why, but they speculate that there are two possibilities: Either different information is being sent to the brain, creating weaker thirst signals that are more easily turned off, or the anterior mid-singular cortex of the brain is more sensitive in older adults than it is in younger adults.

Dr. Shade said either hypothesis is just speculation until they can follow up this human study with more detailed investigations in mice that provided necessary insight on the physiological mechanisms at play.

“Once we have those details, it might be possible to devise a therapy or a drug to reverse the effect [and restore a proper sense of thirst in the elderly],” he said. “And the good thing is, now we know where to look to find those details.”

Dr. Shade said the other good news is that people do not have to wait until the next phase of the study is completed to take action.

“Already, our study supports the notion that older people need to be aware that they should drink adequate amounts of water on a regular basis and not rely on their thirst to tell them to consume fluids,” he said.

7 2008 Honorary Gala Chairs – What a difference three women can make!

This year’s Honorary Gala Chairs are Susan Kerr, Nancy Moorman and Christi Moorman – three extraordinary women who have brought so much to our mission at SWFF. In our newsletters through the end of the year, we will honor each one of them for the extraordinary gifts they have shared over the years. This quarter we highlight the contributions weaved across throughout these families – the Moorman’s, the Kerr’s, and specifically, Susan Kerr. It’s not an exaggeration to say that we wouldn’t be members of the SWFF, or supporting the SFBR without Susan Kerr’s family! As her family started many great things based on their passions and beliefs, Susan too, continues to carry that legacy and find new and creative ways to touch the lives of others through her contributions and beliefs in volunteerism.

It all began as an extraordinary vision of Susan’s uncle, It was just following these adventures, that at age 28, Susan Thomas Baker Slick, Jr., who founded the Southwest married John C. Kerr, whom we also know as the standing Foundation for Bio-medical Research, at the young age President of the SFBR. Susan and John have two wonderful of 25. children, both creating exciting futures for themselves. Their son, Jeff is 28 and currently studying law at Emory Univer- To support the SFBR, Susan’s mother, Betty Slick sity; while their daughter, Millie, 26, has followed a similar Moorman, founded the Argyle. The Argyle, dating path, with a more distant location – Millie is practicing law back to 1859 has a life and history of its own, and in London. when Betty saw it, while it was in need of It was through explor- a bit of tender loving ing her passions for care to bring it back animals (her Uncle Tom gave her one of her to its prime, she knew first pets – a monkey!) its potential. It was and working with the her idea to create a elderly, that Susan gathering place, or a came across an organiza- private social club, tion that is very near to that could serve as an her heart – the Delta alternative to existing Society, an organiza- country clubs, and its tion that serves a very membership would be special purpose in a source of support connecting animals for the SFBR. Betty, with people in many enlisted many of her different settings. friends to provide Susan has worked spare furniture from closely with her family attics, relics from their pasts and anything that would pets over the years, including extensive training, to serve help bring it back to its glory. Today, you’ll still see as an Animal Ambassador. Susan brings these furry friends many of those original pieces with plaques that feature to visit people in nursing homes, assisted living homes, where they came from, including a stitchery that was area hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals and shelters. By made by Susan’s aunt! Susan shared fond memories doing this, they help to brighten the days and improve the of growing up in and around the Argyle . . . including health of countless children, adults and the aged or disabled slumber parties where the girls had a ball running through animal-assisted activities and therapy. Sitting in through the halls and raiding the pantry! If only we Susan’s living room on a recent visit, the latest addition to could still do that today! the Kerr family joined us – Spencer, a darling puppy, was getting ready to meet with his trainer in preparation for joining Susan in future healing opportunities. Susan, born and raised in San Antonio, decided to venture up north for her college education, where she In addition to her involvement with the Delta Society, Susan attended Briarcliffe College in New York for 2 years, has committed herself to serving on numerous boards over and then graduated from the University of Texas. the years, including The San Antonio Zoo, Hospice of San Susan worked as a paralegal in Houston for several Antonio, Saint Mary’s Hall, The Board of Deacons for years, and in her spare time, enjoyed traveling, wild First Presbyterian Church; and of course, The Argyle! She animal photography and volunteering with the elderly. currently sits on the board for Morningside Ministries.

8 Spring Lecture Luncheon - What Was Trash Is Now Treasure! The Argyle was filled with informative science, delicious food, beautiful orchids, and some great prizes at the Forum Spring Lecture Luncheon and Annual Science Awards presentation. Scientist Morey Kraus, founder of Viacell (parent company of Viacord, a premier cord blood storage and cellular research company), spoke about the current and future benefits of using um- bilical cord blood stem cells to treat and cure over 40

diseases. He encouraged the saving and storage of umbilical cord blood, whether you keep your own or donate it to your local cord blood bank.

Over 180 guests learned about why stem cells are so important and how cord blood stem cells from a close family member tend to be a better match for a transplant than other types of stem cells, like from bone marrow. Cord blood stem cells are non- controversial (vs. embryonic stem cells) and could potentially provide a virtual “fountain of youth” with more research.

Three lucky guests won a Herff Christiansen shirt, a Hazel Smyth necklace and a gift certificate to St. John’s clothing at their store in the Collection. Thanks to the many generous table purchasers, this luncheon was sold out within two weeks, although everyone on the waiting list was eventually accommodated. Please book a table early for the Fall luncheon to guarantee a seat!

Special Thanks to the L.D. Ormsby Foundation, who once again provided each applicant a stipend for submitting an application. All of the applications were extremely innovative and interesting programs. These schools and their students are fortunate to have such wonderful, caring teachers. We are so happy to be able to assist with their efforts.

9 It’s time to renew Science Education Awards This year’s Science Education Awards were pre- your Southwest Foundation sented at our Spring Lecture luncheon on March Forum membership!

Over the last 38 years, Southwest Foundation Forum members have supported the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research through community relations, fundraising and volunteer service. Each year, the Forum sponsors a variety of events for its membership and the community. These include student tours of the Foundation, a science education awards competition for outstanding high school science programs, a complimentary evening tour of the Foundation for members and their guest, fall and spring lecture luncheons held 26th at the Argyle. The panel of judges consisting at the Argyle, and, of course, our annual gala! Last year’s gala raised of three Scientists from the Southwest Founda- $267,500 for scientific research. This valuable seed money leads to substantial federal funding of further research.

We hope you will renew your commitment to the SFBR and the Southwest Foundation Forum by renewing your membership. You can renew online at www.swff.org. This year, we have also added a third membership category – $100 for a benefactor membership – in addition to the $35 standard and $50 patron membership levels. Your willingness to join us in support of the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research makes a difference in the fight against so many tion for Biomedical Research, Dr. Harold Goring, diseases, and truly makes a difference in the lives of so many people. Dr. Andrew Hayhurst, and Dr. Elizabeth (Helen) Schwelger, along with Valerie Guenther, trustee for the V.H. McNutt Memorial Foundation and Dottie Cooper and Julie Zacher (forum members), SFBR Student Tours met and reviewed the applications which had been Tours of the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research submitted from various San Antonio area schools. are an amazing opportunity for local high school students to First Place: Medina Valley High School 7,000.00 witness, first-hand, the phenomenal work being done by the Aeroscience Studies Foundation and its scientists. What better way to inspire young Teacher: Tanner Lange minds than to introduce to them real situations with life-changing Second Place: Harlandale High School 4,500.00 impacts? Using Biochemistry to Establish and Improve AP Biology Teacher: Mario Gamboa Nine local high schools are participating in these tours, mostly Third Place: Samuel Clemens High School 3,500.00 comprised of junior and senior ap science and biology students. Aquaponics: Can Aquaculture and hydroponics co- The groups are given the opportunity to see the many animal exist in a closed system? enclosures (baboon families, Macaques and Chimpanzees) Teacher: Ronnie Kirchhof and learn more about the Foundation’s work with non-human Fourth Place: East Central High School 2,500.00 primates. Additionally, the groups are allowed to tour the SBC Environmental Science (Pond Ecosystem) Teacher: Heidi Zertuche Genomics Computing Center and see the 1500 computer processors churning out statistical genetic analysis. Each tour Fifth Place: S.A. Christian High School 1,500.00 C.S.I. Lab Materials concludes with a scientist-led discussion of on-going research Teacher: Deborah Baker projects. What a great experience for these students! Honorable Mention: George W. Brackenridge High School 1,000.00 Please contact the Southwest Foundation Forum to learn more A Study of the Structure and Function of about student tours. Please also encourage your children’s high Biomolecules schools to participate in this fantastic experience. Teacher: Jennifer Bessonette

10 SOUTHWEST FOUNDATION FORUM BOARD MEMBERS 2007-2008 Trustees Officers Mrs. Tom Archer (Kimberly) Mrs. Joseph Mitchell (Jean) Mrs. Joshua Zeller (Allison) Newsletter Foundation Evening Tour President Mrs. Matt Burkholder (Courtney) Mrs. Matthew Mosbacker (Mary Beth) Public Relations Yearbook Mrs. Lew Moorman IV (Laura) Mrs. H. Scott Campbell (Meredith) Mrs. Hamlet Newsom (Roxana) First Vice President Parliamentarian Foundation Student Tours Mrs. Doug Cooper (Dottie) Mrs. Boyce Oliver (Carol) Ms. Anne Johnston Science Education Awards Volunteers Second Vice-President, Gala Chair Mrs. Dave Curren (Jenni) Mrs. John Shepperd (Kim) Historian Gala Assistant Mrs. Marty Heaner (Anne) Dr. Suzanne Dabbous Mrs. John Stankey (Shari) Third Vice-President, Gala Co-Chair Newsletter Archivist Mrs. Patrick Dudley (Julie) Mrs. Craig Wingrove (Shannon) Mrs. David Zachry (Karen Lee) Foundation Evening Tour Yearbook Fourth Vice-President, Membership Mrs. Bob Ferguson (Deb) Mrs. Peter Zacher (Julie) Photographer Science Education Awards Mrs. P. Brian Berryman (Lynn) Treasurer Mrs. Tom Green (Carrie) Special Events Advisors Mrs. Michael Wood (Jodi) Mrs. Barrow Hamilton (Dana) Assistant Treasurer Website Liaison Mrs. William Dehlinger (Kathryn) Mrs. Christian Herff (Mary) Mrs. Alan Dreeben (Barbara) Lecture Assistant Mrs. Craig Comeaux (Catherine) Mrs. Russell Hill (Cari) Recording Secretary Mrs. Kenneth Hoffman (Karel) Special Events Mrs. G. Kelly Sechler (Lisa) Mrs. J.B. Gouger (Terry) Mrs. Tom LeVoyer (Kristin) Corresponding Secretary Photographer Honorary Trustees Mrs Bryan LeVrier (Cathryn) Ms. Brooke Connolly Database Coordinator Mrs. J. Dan Bates (Ruth) Past President/Nominating Mrs. David Lloyd (Paola) Mrs. Francisco Cigarroa (Graciela) Mailing/Telephone Mrs. John Kerr (Susan) Mrs. William Dehlinger (Kathryn) Mrs. Audrey Mangold Dr. Harriet Romo (Harriett) Past President / Nominating Foundation Student Tours

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